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SOVOS Global Accounts Director, Europe Sales·Full-Time·France Build Your Future With Us The digitization of tax compliance is fundamentally changing global commerce and how businesses need to operate and grow. Governments now have real-time visibility into business data, creating new challenges and new opportunities for organizations around the world. At Sovos, we're transforming tax compliance from a business requirement into a driver of growth through AI-powered technology that delivers the accurate, real-time insights businesses need to make smarter decisions. We're solving more than today's tax compliance challenges. We're helping reshape global economies by enabling organizations to navigate increasingly complex and rapidly changing regulatory environments with confidence – and helping communities thrive. AI is accelerating what's possible, enabling tax and technology professionals to more effectively drive critical regulatory decisions. That's where Sovos excels, combining intelligent technology with human expertise to help customers stay ahead of change. Don't worry if you don't check every box. We're focused on hiring great people, not perfect resumes. It's less about what you've done elsewhere and more about what you're capable of doing here. The Role At Sovos, we're looking for a Global Account Director to help some of the world's most complex organisations navigate the challenges of tax compliance. Reporting to the VP of Global Sales, you'll partner with a truly global team to deliver technology solutions that solve critical problems for multinational clients and high-potential prospects. More Specifically, You Will Generate new business opportunities with global strategic accounts, managing full sales cycles from initial contact through close, up-sell, and cross-sell. Develop and execute account-based commercial strategies for the Sovos Compliance Platform to increase sales opportunities and retain key customers. Deliver profitable revenue growth in your assigned territory, consistently meeting or exceeding revenue targets and maintaining a balanced pipeline. Build and nurture executive and C-Suite relationships with clients and prospects, leveraging AI tools to improve targeting, outreach, and relationship mapping. Manage complex, technical sales into large global enterprises while acquiring and maintaining in-depth knowledge of the tax compliance industry and competitive landscape. Provide timely and accurate sales forecasts and reports to inform strategic decision-making. What You Bring to Sovos You've built demonstrated experience managing enterprise-level sales cycles with global accounts, ideally in B2B SaaS or technology solutions. You have a consistent history of meeting or exceeding revenue targets and growing strategic accounts year-over-year. You're skilled at building relationships at the executive and C-Suite level and know how to navigate complex organisational structures. You bring a strong understanding of consultative, solution-based selling in technical or compliance-oriented environments. You're comfortable with AI-assisted workflows, including tools that support forecasting, pipeline management, and customer insights. Willingness to travel occasionally (less than 25%) for client meetings, events, and team collaboration. Due to client contractual obligations, the successful candidate will be asked to clear a background check upon hire. The Process We believe in a transparent and comprehensive hiring process. Here's what you might expect: 1 Pre-Employment Assessment Regionally specific assessments we use to mitigate bias and give every applicant a fair shot. 2 Video Interview A chance to meet as many qualified applicants as possible and get to know you beyond your resume. 3 Meeting with a Recruiter A conversation to talk through the role, your experience, and your goals. 4 Live Interviews with the Hiring Team Meet the people you'll work with and dig into the day-to-day of the role. Life at Sovos The tools to enhance your life - because we want you to enjoy your life outside of work and inside! Global Mentoring Programs AI Tools and Technology from Day 1 Continuous Learning and Development Language Learning Support Global Employee Recognition Platform and Programs Global Parental Leave Policy An opportunity to work with a global team Bi-Weekly Meeting Free Days! Mentoring Programs Globally recognised Training and Development programmes Competitive benefits package Equal Opportunity Employer Sovos is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment that celebrates diversity and where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate against race, colour, religions, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic provided by law. At Sovos, all employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Company Background Sovos is transforming tax compliance from a business requirement to a force for growth. Our flagship product, the Sovos Compliance Cloud platform, enables businesses to identify, determine, and report on every tax obligation across the globe. Sovos processes nearly 20 billion transactions per year, helping companies scale their compliance strategy in 150+ countries. More than 100,000 customers – including half the Fortune 500 – trust Sovos’ tax and regulatory expertise and unparalleled integration with their business applications. Learn more at sovos.com. Ready to make your move? We'd love to hear from you. Use the Apply button at the top of this page to submit your application SOVOS © Sovos 2026. All rights reserved.

Core Responsibilities

The Global Accounts Director will generate new business opportunities and manage full sales cycles for multinational clients within the tax compliance sector. They are responsible for developing account-based strategies, nurturing C-suite relationships, and meeting revenue targets.

Requirements

Candidates must have demonstrated experience managing enterprise-level sales cycles, ideally within B2B SaaS or technology solutions. Strong skills in consultative selling, executive relationship building, and navigating complex organizational structures are required.

Benefits

• Global Mentoring Programs
• AI Tools and Technology
• Continuous Learning and Development
• Language Learning Support
• Global Employee Recognition Platform
• Global Parental Leave Policy
• Bi-Weekly Meeting Free Days
• Competitive benefits package